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Italian Murano Glass Box Having Rare Overall Aventurine Glitter
Located in Stamford, CT
Italian Murano glass box having rare overall aventurine glitter.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Glass

Coffee Table Decorative, Murano Bowl in Sommerso Pink Glass, Rare Italian Item
Located in Milano, IT
Murano Glass Bowl - Sommerso Glass Decorative Charming vintage bowl in pink and clear “Sommerso
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso Rare Murano Pink Alabastro Art Glass Duck , 1970s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Delft, NL
Archimede Seguso Rare Murano Pink Alabastro Art Glass Duck , 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Rare Brass and Murano Glass Floor Lamp by Venini, Italy circa 1950s
By Venini
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Rare Brass and clear Murano Glass Floor Lamp by Venini, Italy circa 1950s. Socket: 2 x E27 or E26
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large Rare Signoretto Murano Glass Aventurine Menorah Italian Sculpture Judaica
Located in Surfside, FL
quality are quite rare. Similar to the aquarium glass pieces. The Venetian island of Murano has
Category

20th Century Modern More Art

Materials

Blown Glass

1970s Three Rare Metal and Murano Glass Sconces by Geatano Sciolari
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Schoorl, NL
inside the Murano glass cube.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Rare large Venetian Mirror in Murano glass by Art Venitien, model Campanile
Located in Meulebeke, BE
true piece of art, hand crafted in Italian Murano glass with elegant hand-blown Murano scalloped glass
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Murano Glass, Wood

Alfredo Barbini Orange in White Murano Cased Glass Bowl Shell Motif - Rare
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Warrenton, OR
Alfredo Barbini Orange in White Murano Cased Glass Bowl, Shell Motif - Rare This absolutely
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Rare Large Art Glass Scalloped Vintage Cobalt Blue Seguso Vase Murano, Italy
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Roslyn, NY
A rare large Art Glass scalloped vase in cobalt blue signed Archimede Seguso Murano Italy Elegant
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Sculptural hand decorated wall light by Vistosi Murano, rare glass art piece
By Vistosi
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Murano Lamps - Art Glass Wall Lights - Italian Mid Century Sconce Unique and rare Mid
Category

Antique 1660s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Venini Rare Pairs of Petali Gold Leaf Murano Glass Sconces Model 5825
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Venini rare pairs of exquisite midcentury 1970s 'Petali' sconces model 5825 in transparent Murano
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Rare Pink Ercole Barovier Rostrato Murano Glass Vase for Barovier Toso, 1940s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roma, IT
Incredible mouth-blown Murano glass vase in rare pink rostrato from the middle of the last century
Category

Vintage 1940s Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Cenedese Rare Vintage Trio of Green Glass Apothecary Lidded Jars Murano Italy
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Rare set of three Venetian Murano green colored / colored glass Apothecary jars or urns with lids
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jars

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Cenedese Rare Vintage Trio of Blue Glass Apothecary Lidded Jars Murano Italy
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Rare set of three Venetian Murano blue colored / coloured glass Apothecary jars or urns with lids
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jars

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Rare Orange Murano Glass Vase by Ercole Barovier model "Rotellati", Italy
By Barovier, Ercole Barovier
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
company in Murano. It is made in hand-blown glass, with a tile composition that required a complex
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Set of 2 Faceted Murano Glass Sommerso Vases, Italy, 1970s
By Alessandro Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass vase set of 2 Origin: Murano, Italy Decade: 1970s These
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Ercole Barovier, Rare Bullicante Murano glass and brass floor lamp. Italy 1940s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Catania, CT
” technique, characterized by meticulously crafted air bubbles within the Murano glass, creating a captivating
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Blu Ercole Barovier Rostrato Murano Glass Vase for Barovier Toso, 1940s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury mouth-blown in rare rostrato blu Murano glass vase. This wonderful object was
Category

Vintage 1940s Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Art Deco Ercole Barovier chandelier in Pulegoso Murano glass. Italy 1940s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Catania, CT
1940s. This exceptional piece is made of Pulegoso Murano glass, a distinctive technique characterized by
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare VENINI vase Deco Paraiba Green Murano Glass, Signed 2014, Made in Italy
By Venini, Napoleone Martinuzzi
Located in Venezia, IT
Napoleone Martinuzzi, one of the most influential figures in 20th-century Murano glass. A sculptor trained
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Rare VENINI Fazzoletto bicolor Uva/Violet Murano Glass Signed 2013 made in Italy
By Fulvio Bianconi, Venini
Located in Venezia, IT
silhouettes in Murano glass. We recently had the rare opportunity to acquire an extraordinary collection of
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

VENINI rare tall vase Odalische White Murano Glass, Signed 2009, Made in Italy
By Leonardo Ranucci, Venini
Located in Venezia, IT
Venini Odalische vase in White Murano Glass, model 706.82, produced in 2009 and accompanied by its
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

VENINI rare tall vase Dorici Red Murano Glass, Signed 2005, handmade in Italy
By Venini, Monica Guggisberg Philip Baldwin
Located in Venezia, IT
Venini Dorici vase in Red Murano Glass, model 793.16, produced in 2005 and accompanied by its
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

VENINI rare tall vase Dorici Avory Murano Glass, Signed 2007, handmade in Italy
By Venini, Monica Guggisberg Philip Baldwin
Located in Venezia, IT
Venini Dorici vase in Avory Murano Glass, model 793.16, produced in 2007 and accompanied by its
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

VENINI rare tall vase Dorici Red Murano Glass, Signed 2003, handmade in Italy
By Venini, Monica Guggisberg Philip Baldwin
Located in Venezia, IT
Venini Dorici vase in Red Murano Glass, model 793.16, produced in 2003 and accompanied by its
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

VENINI rare tall vase Dorici Black Murano Glass, Signed 2001, handmade in Italy
By Venini, Monica Guggisberg Philip Baldwin
Located in Venezia, IT
Venini Dorici vase in Black Murano Glass, model 793.16, produced in 2001 and accompanied by its
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

VENINI rare tall vase Dorici Blue Murano Glass, Signed 2001, handmade in Italy
By Venini, Monica Guggisberg Philip Baldwin
Located in Venezia, IT
Venini Dorici vase in Blue Murano Glass, model 793.16, produced in 2001 and accompanied by its
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Rare Dimmable Gold and Murano Glass Table Lamp from Doria, 1970s, Germany
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare Dimmable Gold and Murano Glass Table Lamp from Doria, 1970s, Germany The lamp needs 3 x E14
Category

Vintage 1970s German Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

VENINI rare tall vase Dorici Green Murano Glass, Signed 2001, handmade in Italy
By Monica Guggisberg Philip Baldwin, Venini
Located in Venezia, IT
Venini Dorici vase in Green Murano Glass, model 793.16, produced in 2001 and accompanied by its
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Rare 1970s Murano Mushroom Lamp – Hand-Blown Glass with White Diffused Light
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Add a touch of iconic Italian design to your interior with this rare Murano mushroom lamp from the
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Table Lamp in Blu Murano Glass Vase for Barovier Toso, 1960
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roma, IT
Extraordinary able lamps or vase made of mid-century Murano mouth-blown blu glass. This wonderful
Category

Vintage 1960s European Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Ice Glass Table Lamp by Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Venini, 1960s
By Alfredo Barbini, Barbini
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Rare hand blown 1960s Murano glass table lamp were acquired in Italy and have been rewired
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Rare Poliarte ‘Apis’ Table Lamp Made of Raw Crystal Murano Glass, 1960s
By Poliarte
Located in Echt, NL
thick slabs of raw crystal with a graphic pattern of glass cubes on each side. The raw glass creates a
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal

Rare Blu Table Lamp in Rostrato Murano Glass Vase for Barovier Toso, 1950s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roma, IT
Charming table lamp or vase in rare blu mouth-blown rostrato Murano glass from the middle of the
Category

Vintage 1950s European Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

ARCHIMEDE SEGUSO Murano Glass Rare ADOLESCENT Elephant Figurine NERO Series
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Richmond, VA
Archimede Seguso Murano Glass elephant sculpture from the mid 1950s. Seldom seen model of an
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Big Italian Rare Butterfly Detailed Green Murano Glass Body Sconce
Located in Firenze, Toscana
with detailed rare green Murano glass body. Free priority UPS shipping from Italy, no custom fees.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rare Carlo Nason for Mazzega wall sconces in thick Murano glass, 1950s Italy
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
, interlocked Murano glass plates. The glass has an exquisite iridescent effect, casting a mesmerizing glow when
Category

Vintage 1970s Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

rare Italian table lamp attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso Murano glass
By Seguso, Flavio Poli
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
in thick orange Murano glass, oval white glass shade. Original, highly decorative design. Beautiful
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Large Signed Ercole Barovier Pink Murano Glass Brass Vanity Mirror 1940s
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
oversized Mid-Century brass and pink twisted 'rope' pink Murano glass vanity, desk or table mirror
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Yellow and White Italian Midcentury Murano Glass Pendant Lamp in Rare Design
Located in München, DE
Beautiful yellow and white Italian midcentury Murano glass pendant lamp in rare design with a
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Extraordinary Rare Blue Murano Pendant Light, "Bullicante Glass", by Barovier
By Artisti Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
Splendid Murano chandelier made by the Barovier e Toso glassworks in the 1950s, rare "blu
Category

Vintage 1950s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Rare Pink and White "Confetti" Murano Vetri Glass Table Lamp
By Vetri
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare pair of "confetti" Murano Vetri ovoid form hand blown glass table lamps. Bearing original
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Fulvio Bianconi, Venini Satin Iridescent Murano Glass Vase Rare 4-Line Acid Mark
By Fulvio Bianconi, Maria Theresa Venini 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Grat and rare Venini, Bianconi Murano glass acid 4-line early mark vase, nice smoke color, iridato
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

1970s Rare Toni Zuccheri attr. Large Italian Membrane Murano Glass Table Lamp
By Toni Zuccheri, Venini
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Extremely rare Italian Mid-Century vintage glass table lamp or desk light with textured coloured
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Rare Midcentury Esperia Angelo Brotto Chandelier Brass Red White Murano Glass
By Angelo Brotto
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Height of the lighting body only 52 cm.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Cenedese Rare Vintage Set of 5 Green Glass Apothecary Lidded Jars Murano Italy
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Rare set of five Venetian Murano green colored / coloured glass Apothecary jars or urns with lids
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jars

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Rare Set of 2 Organic Multicolor Murano Glass Sommerso Vases, Italy, 1970s
By Alessandro Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass vase set of 2 Origin: Murano, Italy Decade: 1970s
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Mid-Century Hand-Blown Smoked Rose Murano Glass 2-Tier Pendant Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and rare Mid-Century Modernist two-tier pendant chandelier, hand-blown in Murano
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Set of 3 Blu Acquamarine Rostrato Murano Glass Vases by Barovier Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roma, IT
Incredible set of 3 Murano glass vases in a rare mid-century blu acquamarina rostrato. This
Category

Vintage 1940s European Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Set of 3 Pink Rostrato Murano Glass Vases by Barovier Toso, 1940s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
Incredible set of 3 Murano glass vases in a rare mid-century pink rostrato. This beautiful object
Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Set of 3 Amber Rostrato Murano Glass Vases by Barovier Toso, 1940s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roma, IT
Incredible set of 3 Murano glass vases in a rare mid-century amber rostrato. This beautiful object
Category

Vintage 1940s European Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Large and rare white Murano glass pendant lamp by Massimo Vignelli for Venini
By Massimo Vignelli, Venini
Located in Steenwijk, NL
of 51cm. It is made of beautiful white Murano glass that gives a very nice and soft light and suits
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Vinicio Vianello Rare pair of Murano Glass Candle Holders for HOME, Italy 1950s
By Vinicio Vianello
Located in Milan, IT
Rare pair of Blue and Green Vinicio Vianello Murano Glass Candle Holders for HOME, Italy 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare and Elegant Transparent and Gold Hexagonal Murano Glass Vase by Cenedese
By Cenedese
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. This rare and elegant vase by Cenedese is made in thin turned Murano glass
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

1 of 8 Rare Murano Ice Glass Chandelier Prisma, by Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
impressive light features a multi-tiered structure with eighteen structured Murano glass elements that
Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

1970s Rare Pair of Metal and Murano Glass Sconces by Gaetano Sciolari
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Schoorl, NL
lightbulb inside the Murano glass cube. In full working condition and ready to use. Equipped with European
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Rare Globe Light Fixture by Venini in White Opaque Textured Murano Glass
By Venini
Located in North Miami, FL
Moon-like vintage opaque Murano glass globe with exceptional textured swirls by Venini. Hand blown.
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

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Rare Murano Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of rare murano glass available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and metal, every item from our selection of rare murano glass was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of rare murano glass, we have 452 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of rare murano glass made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made option in this array of rare murano glass has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Venini, Barovier&Toso and Doria Leuchten Germany are consistently popular.

How Much is a Rare Murano Glass?

Prices for a piece of rare murano glass start at $1 and top out at $110,863 with the average selling for $3,800.
Questions About Rare Murano Glass
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Murano glass is colorful art glass primarily produced on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy. Artisans produce a variety of Murano glass decorative objects, including vases, lamps, candle holders, figurines, bowls and wine glasses. Shop a selection of Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Although Murano glass is usually brightly colored, there are a few varieties of clear Murano glass. Cristallo glass, which is achieved by a process of bleaching, is a type of clear Murano glass. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano Aventurine is glass that has been decorated with a surface effect which resembles shimmering specks found in quartz. This technique was pioneered by Murano in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find Murano glass products from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    It is called Murano glass because of its place of origin. During the 13th century, artisans on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, became famous for producing colorful glassware. Find a range of Murano glass from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Whether Murano glass is valuable depends on a variety of factors, including the type of piece and its condition. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). A certified appraiser can help you determine the value and authenticity of a particular piece. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Murano glassware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, many glass lovers believe that Murano glass is worth it. Murano glass is named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries. The glass is made using a variety of artisanal processes and is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Every vintage Murano glass decorative object is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Murano glass is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Murano glass and other art glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, Murano is blown glass. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, Murano glass is typically marked. You will usually find the markings on the bases of pieces or in other inconspicuous areas. Generally, Murano glass will display a trademark and a maker's mark, indicating which shop produced it. In most cases, authentic Murano glass will not have the word "Murano" on it. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Murano glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Murano glass can break. Generally considered very durable, Murano glass is still made of glass and it is susceptible to breaks if it’s improperly handled or dropped. Known as some of the best glass produced in the world, unfortunately it can still break. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    How Murano glass is marked varies. Some pieces feature a label, sticker or other mark that bears the name of the studio that produced them. Others may only have an artist's signature or be unmarked. However, Murano glass artisans rarely put the word "Murano" on their pieces, though you will often see the word on replicas. For assistance determining whether a particular piece is Murano, consult an expert appraiser or antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Murano glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Murano glass is made of a combination of materials. In most cases, artisans use a blend of silica, soda, lime and potassium to produce the colorful art glass. The mixture gets heated to a high temperature to melt it, so that glassblowers can form it into various shapes. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Murano glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano glass, from the Venetian island of Murano, is world-renowned for excellent craftsmanship and a wide variety of colors and decorations. The glassmakers of Murano use methods honed over centuries to create rich colors and designs by mixing different minerals during the process. Many examples contain gold and silver flecks inside the glass. You’ll find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    Murano glass comes from Murano, an island located in the Venetian Lagoon to the north of Venice, Italy. Many people mistake the name Murano for that of a brand or company, but the term actually applies to glassware produced by a variety of makers. Fratelli Toso, Umberto Bellotto, the Salviati family, Ercole Barovier, Carlo Scarpa, Paolo Venini and Alfredo Barbini are just some of the glassblowers known for producing Murano glass. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Murano glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano glass is highly-coveted due to the glassblowing processes used to create each piece. Murano glass is known for its vivid color, handcrafted in Murano and Venice and a favorite among collectors and home interior decor enthusiasts. Browse a wide array of Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify a Murano glass fish, first check the base for a maker's marking. Murano isn't one maker; it's an island located near Venice, Italy. Consequently, there isn't a single maker's mark that indicates a glass fish is Murano. However, you can research any maker's mark on the fish using trusted online resources to determine if the factory that produced it is based in Murano. Older Murano art glass may be completely unmarked, in which case experts generally recommend having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Murano art glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    No, Murano glass isn't always marked. It's important to note that Murano doesn't refer to a single manufacturer but rather to a host of workshops located on the island of Murano in the Venice lagoon. Many of these makers add stamps, labels and signatures to their work, but not all do. If you're unsure whether a particular piece is Murano, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Murano glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether Murano glass holds its value depends on a variety of factors, including how well it’s cared for as well as demand and supply. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the work, the technique used to design the piece and more. The first step in determining if your Murano glass object has held its value is determining its authenticity. To tell if a Murano glass vase is real, look for the name of the shop that produced it on the bottom. Then, use trusted online resources to determine if the workshop is in Murano, Italy. Bear in mind that authentic pieces normally do not have the word "Murano" on their labels. If you need assistance authenticating a particular vase, you may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer. Because it can be difficult to predict how the value of items will change over time, choose decorative objects that appeal to you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.